Our client is a subsidiary of an international, diversified group of companies with revenues of $2.3 billion, and is a distributor of building materials. With a growing footprint of satellite locations and distribution partners across the U.S., they continue to expand their reach and realize their vision of bringing construction to an era of brighter possibilities, with a focus on providing customers with superior products to help them build and manufacture high-quality merchandise.

As a Terminal Operations Manager you bring your commitment to excellence and unwavering work ethic. You will be responsible for the operations of the packing plant, loading station, maintenance, live loading, and rail operations. This includes the management and coordination of daily activities to ensure high performance and production. Other duties include ensuring company policies and procedures are followed as well as assisting in the onboarding process of new hires and providing training to staff members.

The primary objective of the Terminal Operations Manager is to establish and manage long-term goals that adhere with company goals and standards. You will play a critical role, working with Logistics, Operations, Marketing and Sales to develop the necessary logistics infrastructure and networks to facilitate business strategy. This position is accountable for providing site leadership, team development, and direction to his/her team in order to achieve quality, safety, productivity goals, and to meet KPI’s and contractual obligations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and set direction for team to complete needed preventative and corrective maintenance activities as required by scope of work.
• Improve capability and capacity of maintenance personnel through ongoing mentoring and training.
• Plan and manage resources to ensure the most cost-effective execution by maintenance team.
• Train, manage, and lead employee performance to insure continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to solve problems as needed and set plans for meeting customer's goals.
• Ensure a safe work environment for employees and certify that safe work practices are being consistently performed.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster aid and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness.
• Communicate areas of accountability and performance expected of personnel assigned.
• Determine standards of performance as a basis to review progress of personnel assigned.
• Ensure customer service issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s Degree is required. Applicable related work experience in the area of cement/lime/dry bulk distribution in conjunction with an Associate Degree may be considered.
• Minimum of ten years’ progressive experience in the field of operations or logistics.
• A strong working knowledge of lime/cement/dry bulk distribution as well as familiarity with bulk material discharge/shipping/distribution functions.
• Experience working with railroads on new business development opportunities.
• High level of interpersonal savvy.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to set, coordinate, and accomplish multiple competing priorities.
• Self-directed, able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical, financial acumen, problem solving, organizational, and decision- making skills.
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to work within a matrix organization with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
• Proven experience leading a team.
• Out-of-state travel as required (estimated 10%).

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position requires regular office work and site visits to other locations.
• The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These may include sitting for extended periods, using computer equipment, and lifting or bending.